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About the Company

Second Front Systems (2F) is a public-benefit software company focused on enabling secure software development and deployment across government and regulated networks. Built by national security veterans and backed by leading venture capital, the company helps organizations reduce software deployment timelines from years to weeks. Its work supports U.S. national security and strengthens the capabilities of the United States and its allies.

About the Role

Second Front Systems is seeking a UX Designer to strengthen its product organization and customer-facing capabilities. This role focuses on designing interfaces and workflows for classified defense operations, bringing together defense technology requirements and software usability.

You will translate complex mission and technical requirements into clear, intuitive product experiences while working within security constraints and government certification processes. The role involves user research, rapid prototyping, and close collaboration with product managers, engineers, and end-user communities to develop reliable interfaces for operational environments.

This is a full-time position. Candidates must reside in one of the approved hiring hubs:

DC/Maryland/Virginia; Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, NC; Denver/Colorado Springs, CO; or Dallas/Fort Worth, TX.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive prompt-to-prototype workflows using Claude Design and Claude Code to turn user needs and technical requirements into functional prototypes and high-fidelity interfaces.

• Work with engineering teams through rapid feedback cycles to build, test, and refine interactive prototypes and production features using AI tools.

• Own the end-to-end user experience for deployment, configuration, and accreditation workflows within the customer application.

• Translate complex compliance and technical requirements into intuitive, accessible user journeys in collaboration with product managers and domain experts.

• Conduct user research with commercial software providers through interviews, usability testing, and surveys to identify pain points and validate design directions.

• Maintain and scale the design system to support visual quality, accessibility, and consistent interactions across product iterations.

• Promote user-centered design throughout the product lifecycle while balancing user needs, technical feasibility, and delivery speed.

• Represent operator needs in product decisions and collaborate with product leadership, engineering, and end-user communities.

Required Qualifications

• At least 3 years of professional experience as a Product Designer, UX Designer, or UI Designer working on complex web applications or SaaS products.

• Proficiency with Claude Design, Claude Code, and Figma for prompt-to-prototype workflows and design systems.

• Ability to work synchronously with AI-assisted engineering teams in fast-paced, collaborative Agile environments.

• A strong portfolio demonstrating design processes, problem-solving, and examples of simplifying complex technical workflows into user-friendly applications.

• Experience conducting user research and translating feedback into actionable design improvements.

• Strong understanding of information architecture, interaction design, visual hierarchy, and user-centered design principles.

• Familiarity with government compliance frameworks such as ATO, FedRAMP, or NIST 800-53, as well as accreditation workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach.

• A willingness to view obstacles as opportunities for growth.

• A bias toward action and measurable results.

• A team-oriented mindset supported by personal responsibility and autonomy.

Compensation

The base salary range is $120,000–$145,000. Final compensation will depend on professional background, technical proficiency, seniority, and regional cost factors. The position may also include eligibility for equity awards and discretionary bonuses.

Perks and Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents

• 401(k) with a 3% company contribution.

• Wellness benefits, including a One Medical membership, mental health resources, and family planning support.

• Equity incentive plan.

• New-hire technology and home office stipend.

• Annual professional development stipend.

• Flexible paid time off and all federal holidays.

• Generous parental leave.

• Flexible remote work opportunities.

• Employee referral bonus program.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Second Front Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

State Notices

Colorado: Applicants may redact their date of birth, dates of attendance, and dates of graduation from uploaded documents in accordance with Colorado law.

Maryland: Maryland law prohibits employers from requiring or demanding that an individual submit to or take a polygraph examination or similar test as a condition of employment, prospective employment, or continued employment. Violations are misdemeanors and may result in a fine of up to $100.